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Foxcroft Academy

United States, Dover-Foxcroft

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $54,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 425
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1823
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Latin, Spanish, German, English
Typical class size 14
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Foxcroft Academy is a co-educational boarding and day high school in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement coursework. The curriculum spans STEAM, humanities, visual and performing arts, with over 150 courses, including Stagecraft, Coding, Forensics and Culinary Art. Dual‑enrollment agreements with colleges let students pursue college credits while in high school. Graduation requires six courses per year, a digital portfolio, annual library reading, and 36 hours of community service, all under a mission framework emphasizing clear communication, creative problem solving, self-direction, responsible citizenship, and integrative thinking. The school serves 425+ day and boarding students from 16 Maine communities and more than 20 nations, supported by the Muriel Philpot Watson Library, the Jim Robinson Field House (opened 2022), and athletic venues nearby. Residential life provides two dormitories with on-site health services and tutoring, encouraging diverse, internationally minded peers. The campus fosters collaboration and real-world preparation globally.

975 West Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426, United States

The Essentials

Foxcroft Academy has 425 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.

Location
975 West Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426, United States. Dover-Foxcroft is a small town in central Maine with a population of about 4,300. Foxcroft Academy sits on West Main Street in the town center and is reachable from I-95 via Route 7/11; enter Dover-Foxcroft and continue on West Main Street, Foxcroft Academy is about one mile after the second traffic light. The campus is about 80 miles from Bar Harbor, 125 miles from Portland, and 225 miles from Boston.

Stages
Independent day and boarding high school serving 400+ high school students from Maine and around the world.

Type
Co-educational day and boarding high school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
20 countries represented in the student body.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Foxcroft Academy offers on-campus boarding in two dormitories: Herd Hall houses 60 boarding students and six faculty families, while The Lodge houses 36 students and four faculty families. Dorms have separate male and female wings, a large common area, kitchen facilities, study rooms, and Wi‑Fi. The boarding program is supported by residential staff and dorm parents, with a calendar of family dinners, dances, and weekend activities on campus.

Uniform Requirement
FA does not require a uniform. The dress code is business casual.

Food Options
Meals are included with tuition. On-campus dining services provide meals as part of boarding and daily life at the campus.

Governance and Ownership
Foxcroft Academy is governed by a Board of Trustees. It is an independent day and boarding school.
Fees

Annual tuition at Foxcroft Academy ranges from USD 54,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No specific, separate application fee amount is published by the Academy for new applicants. Applications are submitted through the SchoolAdmin application portal.

Tuition fees (2026/27 academic year — school-published figures)

- Annual comprehensive boarding tuition: USD 54,000 per year. This amount is a single, all‑inclusive published figure that covers tuition plus room and board and the additional items listed below.

- Items included in the USD 54,000 annual charge: room & board, meals, student health insurance, ESL courses, laundry, a bedding set, technology fees, an iPad for the year, transportation to/from Bangor International Airport, one SAT exam, any AP exam fees, and student activities. The Academy indicates that this published figure is intended to eliminate other surprise required fees.

- The Academy operates on a two‑semester academic calendar (fall semester August–January; spring semester January–June). The school does not publish a separate per‑term tuition amount or a grade‑by‑grade tuition schedule on its publicly available admissions pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school follows an academic year divided into two semesters (fall and spring). No fixed per‑term billing breakdown or published installment schedule is provided on the Academy's admissions or payment pages.

- Accepted payment channels shown by the Academy: Flywire for international payments, and credit card payment functionality. These are the published online payment routes for school fees.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is part of the comprehensive USD 54,000 annual charge; there is no separate published boarding fee in addition to that figure. The Academy's residential program operates from two dormitories with separate male/female wings and common areas.

Other costs and typical school‑store items

- School uniform and spirit apparel prices (examples from the on‑campus School Store):
- Nike/Carhartt hoodies: USD 60
- Nike long‑sleeve T‑shirt: USD 40
- T‑shirts: USD 15–35 (depending on style)
- Quarter‑zip: USD 35
- Sweatpants / hoodies / Under Armour shorts: around USD 30 each
- Baseball hat: USD 20
- Stadium blanket: USD 25
- Under Armour leggings: USD 45
(These are representative retail prices offered through the Academy's School Store.)

- The Academy's published comprehensive boarding tuition (USD 54,000) specifically lists student health insurance, an iPad for the year, laundry, bedding set, and certain exam fees as included; families should expect that many standard boarding costs are covered by that one figure.

Refund information

- No detailed, itemized tuition‑refund policy or a published enrollment‑deposit/refund schedule is provided on the Academy's publicly available admissions pages. The school does publish financial aid procedures and deadlines (for example, financial aid paperwork deadlines and renewal dates), but a formal tuition‑refund policy is not posted on the admissions pages reviewed.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)

- International payments: Flywire.

- Credit card payments: online credit‑card payment functionality is published.

- In‑person school store payments: cash, check (made out to FA), major credit cards, and mobile payments (Apple Pay) for School Store purchases; the School Store notes some online payment options are in development.

Summary of published information and notable omissions

- Published, definitive figures available from the Academy for the 2026/27 admissions materials: a single comprehensive annual boarding tuition of USD 54,000 (which the school describes as covering tuition, room & board, meals, health insurance, ESL, tech fees, an iPad, and specified exams/activities).

- The Academy does not publish a separate per‑term breakdown, a grade‑by‑grade tuition schedule, a specific application‑fee amount, or a detailed tuition‑refund policy on the admissions and payment pages that are publicly posted. Payment methods that are published include Flywire (international) and credit card payments.
Academics

Foxcroft Academy teaches IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
The school offers AP courses, the International Baccalaureate Diploma program, and a broad range of electives across STEAM, humanities, visual and performing arts, technical education, and world languages. There are over 150 courses to choose from, including Stagecraft, Coding, Forensics, and Culinary Art. The curriculum helps students explore post-secondary options before graduation and is personalized to fit individual learning paths. Foxcroft Academy offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma and AP options, with dual-enrollment agreements with colleges. Graduation requires a minimum of six courses per year, a digital portfolio, annual library reading, and community service totaling at least 36 hours. The program is built around a mission framework with core standards such as clear communication, creative problem solving, self-direction, responsible citizenship, and integrative thinking.

Student Teacher Ratio
The average class size is 14 students.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates are accepted to a diverse range of two- and four-year post-secondary programs nationwide. College counselors guide students through the admissions process and provide resources, including college acceptances data from recent graduating classes.

Gifted and Talented
AP courses, IB courses, and Honors courses are offered (8 IB courses, 21 AP courses, and 32 Honors courses). Guidance counselors review all course sign-ups to ensure appropriate placement, and dual-enrollment options with colleges are available.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides Counseling Services: Career & College Readiness; Student Support & Wellness; and Peer Mediation to support students' social and emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Academic Support Periods and a peer tutoring program assist students who need extra help; ESL instruction is provided to international students as part of the regular curriculum.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ESL instruction is provided to all international students as a regular part of the curriculum, and ESL courses are included in tuition.

Mental Wellbeing
Student Support & Wellness includes a Registered Nurse and a Licensed Certified Athletic Trainer to support health, and counseling services address mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The Student Handbook is available online, and Residential Life provides dorm supervision and support for students living on campus.
Parent Experience

History
Foxcroft Academy was established in 1823 and was the first secondary school to be chartered in Maine. The school is named after Colonel Joseph Ellery Foxcroft. In 1903 Dover discontinued its public high school and Dover students began attending Foxcroft, which appeared on an approved list of colleges. Louis Oakes donated land for a larger campus in 1941, and the new school building opened in 1952. Subsequent developments included a 1973 expansion, five networked computer labs and the Packard Center in 1990, a 2001 capital campaign with multiple new facilities, an iPad initiative in 2011, Apple Distinguished School status in 2014, and today the academy serves 425+ day and boarding students from 16 Maine communities and more than 20 nations.

Community
The school maintains a strong partnership with the surrounding community. Students complete at least 36 hours of community service by graduation.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Small campus, big possibilities. The campus is a tight-knit community in the heart of Maine. The Muriel Philpot Watson Library in the Main Academic Building holds more than 11,000 titles and houses the school archives. Jim Robinson Field House opened on August 5, 2022 and provides a state-of-the-art training and practice space for Foxcroft Academy teams and the surrounding community. Pisquataquis County Ice Arena is just steps from our campus and offers ice hockey, broomball, curling and figure skating. Oakes Field is a natural grass football field surrounded by an eight-lane track.

Sports Facilities
Jim Robinson Field House opened August 5, 2022 and provides a state-of-the-art training and practice space for Foxcroft Academy athletic teams and the surrounding community. Pisquataquis County YMCA is located less than a mile from campus and is home to the Foxcroft Academy Swim Team. Pisquataquis County Ice Arena (PCIA) is adjacent to campus; Foxcroft Academy manages this state-of-the-art facility offering ice hockey, broomball, curling and figure skating. Oakes Field is a crown jewel on campus, a natural grass football field surrounded by an eight-lane track. Burns-Johnson Tennis Court Complex has four renovated courts adjacent to campus. Foxcroft Golf Club is the home course for the golf team, located about three miles from campus and featuring a nine-hole par-36 course, pro shop, kitchen and deck.

Academic Facilities
The Muriel Philpot Watson Library plays a vital role in supporting students' academic success. Located in the Main Academic Building, it offers quiet, independent study space and holds more than 11,000 titles; the school archives collection is also housed in the library and may be accessed by appointment. Online Library Resources include the Foxcroft Academy Library Database, Digital Maine Library and Galepages. Students are required to read one free-choice book per year to graduate.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Current clubs and organizations at Foxcroft Academy include American Sign Language, Art Club, Asian Culture, Chess Club, Civil Rights Team, Environmental Club, Gamers Club, History Club, JMG, Key Club, Latin Club, Math Team, National Honor Society, Peer Mediators, Photography, Robotics, Spanish Club, Student Council and Student Tech Team.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Foxcroft Academy offers a range of academic and intellectual extracurriculars. Current Clubs & Organizations include American Sign Language, Art Club, Asian Culture, Chess Club, Civil Rights Team, Environmental Club, Gamers Club, History Club, JMG, Key Club, Latin Club, Math Team, National Honor Society, Peer Mediators, Photography, Robotics, Spanish Club, Student Council, and Student Tech Team. The school encourages students to start new clubs if none match their interests, enabling student-led inquiry and collaboration. Participation in Math Team, Robotics, NHS, and JMG develops problem-solving, leadership, and service-oriented skills.

Arts & Creative
The Arts at Foxcroft Academy are integrated into the curriculum. Visual Arts offers a diverse and challenging program that lets students master techniques and explore concepts. Theater provides opportunities for production, set design, and performance, while the Music program offers ensembles and studio production and a broad musical repertoire.

Cultural & Language
Language and culture are supported through clubs such as American Sign Language, Asian Culture, Latin Club, and Spanish Club. These groups complement the core curriculum with culturally focused activities and events.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobby opportunities extend beyond the classroom. The Foxcroft Academy Student Council organizes dances, Homecoming events, Winter Carnival activities, and other social happenings, while clubs such as Gamers Club, Photography, and Chess Club provide informal gatherings and interests-based activities.

Community & Service
Foxcroft Academy requires all students to complete 36 hours of community service by graduation, reflecting its commitment to community stewardship.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership and career development are supported through multiple pathways. National Honor Society, Key Club, and Student Council provide formal leadership roles, while Peer Mediators offer peer leadership and conflict-resolution experience. Jobs for Maine Graduates (JMG) also serves as a leadership- and career-development program.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Residential Life supports a diverse boarding community with two state-of-the-art dormitories hosting students from more than 32 countries since 2010. The dorms include separate male and female wings, common areas, kitchens, study rooms, and Wi-Fi, with weekend activities and dances organized by residential staff. On-site Health Services are provided by an on-site nurse with access to a school physician and nearby hospitals; counselors offer personalized guidance and a small-group advisory program focused on study skills and career exploration; nutritious meals are provided by the food services team, and tutoring is available.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers Latin, Spanish, German and ESL. ESL instruction is provided to all international students as a regular part of the curriculum. The International Baccalaureate program emphasizes developing a second language to build intercultural understanding and engage with people in a globalized world.
Reputation

Accreditations
NEASC accreditation; Independent School Association of Northern New England (member); College Board (member); National Association of Independent Schools (member); Apple Distinguished School
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Submit Application. After you submit the Inquiry form, you can continue to apply via the SchoolAdmin online application. You will be required to provide your current grades and a transcript from the last two years, plus recommendations from your current math and English teachers. Foxcroft Academy offers test-optional admissions, but if there are test results (TOEFL, PSAT, SSAT, ACT) that help us understand you better, you may share them via the online application. Step 2: Interview. After submitting your application materials, an Admissions Interview is conducted, in-person or online via Zoom to better understand your goals, needs, and interests. If you would like to visit in person, you can schedule a campus tour. Step 3: Rolling Admissions and Early Commitment. Foxcroft Academy offers Rolling Admissions, meaning space permitting, applications are considered now or as soon as you are ready. Apply early to receive a priority answer about next year, and an early decision commitment reserves your spot and helps with planning. Additional notes: Admissions requirements include a demonstrated desire for learning and a solid level of achievement (a B average in a rigorous college preparatory curriculum), and all applicants must have an interview with an admissions counselor (phone or in‑person). Admissions is test-optional, but sharing relevant test scores is welcome if it informs the process. For international boarding students, there are minimum TOEFL iBT, IELTS, and SSAT benchmarks by grade level. A campus visit is not required but is strongly suggested, and if a visit is not possible an online interview is available. ESL instruction is provided to all international students as part of the regular curriculum. The annual tuition is $54,000 and includes tuition, room & board, meals, student health insurance, ESL courses, laundry, bedding, technology fees, an iPad for the year, transportation to/from Bangor International Airport, and standardized testing (SAT and AP where applicable).

Scholarships
Foxcroft Academy maintains a current list of scholarships for graduating seniors, with opportunities announced by the School Counseling Services team and updated as opportunities arise. Examples of scholarships commonly listed include the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (deadline March 1, 2026 for undergraduate and associate scholarships; career & technical education scholarships are available year-round), the Maude MacKenzie Scholarship ($1,000), and MES Foundation Scholarships (deadline April 1, 2026; merit and need-based awards with renewable terms). Other scholarships referenced include the Margaret Chase Smith Essay Contest, Maine Chiefs of Police Association Memorial Scholarship, and various state and local merit/need-based awards with different deadlines. These scholarships often require an application through partner organizations or the Foxcroft Academy process, and some specify residency or field-of-study preferences. The scholarships are designed to support a range of goals, from four-year college attendance to skilled trades and career technical education, and some include renewable terms contingent on academic performance.†
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